Printed on: February 22, 2025

Wetland Naturalist

Employer Kootenay-Columbia Discovery Centre Society
Salary $21.00/hr
Terms Seasonal F/T
Start Date May 6, 2025
Requirements • A bonus if enrolled in and returning to post-secondary program in a related field - ie natural/environmental sciences, biology, education, tourism and rec
• Enthusiasm for learning and teaching about the natural world and experience developing and delivering programs
• Creative, flexible, motivated, outgoing with strong verbal communication skills
• Experience working and interacting with the public, children and youth
• Experience with program development and delivery related to the environment
• Valid Standard First Aid certificate
• Willing to undergo a Criminal Record Check

Duties • Facilitate and lead school and youth environmental education programs
• Interpret natural history and conduct guided canoe and walking tours
• Develop and deliver interpretive programming for day camps and special events
• Effectively explain the purpose and management techniques of the CVWMA as well as wetland ecology and wildlife to visitors and program participants
• Interact with the general public in a professional and courteous manner
• Participate in stewardship activities (surveys and habitat enhancement)
• Perform key holder and maintenance duties around the Centre and trails

To Apply Please use the contact information as directed in the listing.
Résumé Via Email
Contact Name Carla Ahern
Address PO Box 763
Location Creston
Phone (250) 254-0708
Fax
E-Mail education@discovery-centre.ca
Website www.discovery-centre.ca
Date Posted 2025-02-11
Date Ending 2025-02-25